508 Compliant Conversion | PDF 508 Conversion | US Governmnet ADA Compliance
PDFs, websites, and online videos are not accessible to many with visual or motor skill challenges, so 508 compliance conversion is a key service offering for many clients. In our increasingly digital-first world, ensuring accessibility is no longer just an afterthought or a “nice-to-have” – it’s a business, moral and legal imperative. Organizations across industries are working diligently to make their online experiences inclusive for all users, regardless of ability. However, achieving meaningful accessibility requires more than running content through automated compliance tools. True inclusion demands a human-centered approach backed by expertise and empathy.
At Web Experts, we specialize in manual 508 compliance conversion, partnering with organizations to transform their digital content into accessible experiences that enrich lives. 508 refers to accessibility standards mandated for federal agencies under Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. While these began as US federal guidelines, 508 compliance has become the de facto standard for universal accessibility best practices.
Digital accessibility sits at the core of our mission. We view ADA 508 compliance not as a requirement to fulfill but as an opportunity to enrich lives by making online experiences inclusive for all. This ethos comes to life through our over 10-year partnership with Georgia State University to transform their digital content and assets into accessible formats. Together, we have undertaken an ambitious accessibility journey beyond minimum legal standards. Through meticulous manual techniques, expert insights, and a shared commitment to inclusion, we are creating a campus digital ecosystem that empowers those with disabilities.
For Georgia State, with a diverse community of over 50,000 students, universal access to information and learning resources is central to their institutional values. By partnering with us, they are not only meeting federal accessibility regulations but redefining their digital presence around inclusion. Our collaboration began with converting websites into ADA-compliant formats and has evolved into ensuring PDF pages delivered by GSU were 508 compliant.
Rather than take an automated approach with the 508 compliance conversion, our specialists manually enhanced each asset. Alt text descriptions were written to add context, not just filler. Videos received accurately edited captions and enriched audio descriptions. PDFs were extensively restructured and tagged. Nothing was converted in a rote formulaic fashion. Our focus remained on usability and the user experience. These meticulous manual techniques opened up a wealth of previously inaccessible information.
Georgia State’s content encompassed complex tables, charts, diagrams, and multimedia requiring human discernment to make accessible. By eschewing reliance on automated tools alone, we crafted nuanced solutions optimized for comprehension and ease of use. Our collaboration has expanded over the years to include:
- Ongoing training and support to build internal expertise
- Guidance on continuously evolving standards, technologies, and use cases
- Assistance with regulatory compliance reviews and action plans
- 508 compliance conversion of digital assets
This comprehensive partnership reflects our mission-driven commitment to accessibility shared with leading organizations like the University of Florida and NASA. For us, accessibility is not just a one-off service but an opportunity to affect systemic change. In essence, our decade-long collaboration with Georgia State goes far beyond one-off conversions. It represents a symbiotic mission to instill accessibility as an organizational cornerstone. Together, we are pulling people forward rather than leaving them behind as information and services transition online.
At Web Experts, we stand by our deliverables. We don’t just hand over the final product and call it a day – we’re here to support Georgia State University every step of the way. Whether helping with submitting and implementing suggestions from the ADA audit and compliance teams or just answering questions and providing guidance, we’re always here to help.
Web Experts is more than just a vendor for Georgia State University – we’re a passionate partner committed to making their online content and other media accessible to all. With our expertise, dedication, and commitment to excellence, organizations can trust Web Experts to provide the solutions they need to meet the needs of their users. Contact us today!
